Millmer Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Millmer Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 39.535 N,1 34.084 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.658917
  • Longitude: -1.568067
Water Depth 12 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MILLMER
Type sailing vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 23, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The UK Hydrographic Office wreck record for the Millmer is located at coordinates 50 39.535 N, 1 34.084 W, positioned approximately 1 mile east of The Needles lighthouse off the coast of the Isle of Wight in the English Channel. This underwater obstruction sits close inshore beneath high cliffs and poses no danger to navigation. Originally recorded under survey identifier H1270/81 on October 5, 1981, the historic wreck position was historically filed using approximate coordinates derived from earlier notices.

Surveying Details

H1270/81 5.10.81 SANK 1M E OF NEEDLES LT. CLOSE INSHORE UNDER HIGH CLIFFS & NO DANGER TO NAVIGATION. (LL, 25.9.81). GIVES APPROX POSN 503930N, 013400W [OGB] FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

25.9.81 BURNT OUT & SANK. (LL, 25.9.81).

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FAQ

Where is the MILLMER wreck located?

The MILLMER wreck is located at coordinates 50 39.535 N,1 34.084 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MILLMER?

The seabed around the MILLMER lies at approximately 12 meters deep.

When did the MILLMER sink?

The MILLMER sank on Sep 23, 1981.

When was the wreck of the MILLMER discovered?

The wreck of the MILLMER was discovered in 1981.

What type of wreck is the MILLMER?

The MILLMER is classified as a sailing vessel.

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